NYT Midi Hints and Solutions for 6. September, 2026
The Midi #23540 for Sunday, September 6, 2026 is a 10x10 grid with 34 clues (17 Across, 17 Down), starting with 1-Across: “Frozen desserts”. Every answer stays hidden until you reveal it.
Across
5 Across: "Funny!"
8 Across: See 16-Down
11 Across: Mysterious sighting up above, in brief
12 Across: Cow's sounds in "Old MacDonald"
13 Across: Undergarment associated with fittings
14 Across: 2018 movie starring Sandra Bullock
16 Across: 1995 movie starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence
17 Across: Alias abbreviation
19 Across: Test that measures brain waves, in brief
20 Across: "You're just ... giving up?"
24 Across: Arrived
25 Across: Paranasal cavity
27 Across: Skin care brand
28 Across: Words from Hamlet that sound like 23-Down
29 Across: Shade close to beige
30 Across: Cancel
Down
1 Down: Tech company nicknamed "Big Blue"
2 Down: Someone who might get a large compensation package
3 Down: Alter ___
4 Down: "The Lion King" protagonist
5 Down: Spousal nickname
6 Down: Picked-out hairstyles
7 Down: April Fools' Day undertaking
9 Down: "I have zero clue"
10 Down: Frozen desserts
15 Down: Watch a beagle or a bloodhound
16 Down: With 8-Across, 2005 movie starring Christian Bale
17 Down: Wide tie
18 Down: Eucalyptus muncher
21 Down: Uninspired opener on a dating app, perhaps
22 Down: Privy to
23 Down: Streaming service where you might expect to find the movies in this puzzle (say it out loud!)?
26 Down: Word before drive or education
How NYT Midi Crossword Works
The NYT Midi Crossword offers a mid-sized crossword experience positioned between the quick 5x5 Mini and the standard 15x15 daily crossword puzzle. Featuring a slightly larger grid with clever theme entries and slightly higher clue complexity, it provides a perfect quick-solve challenge.
- Mid-Sized Grid Features longer answer entries and richer vocabulary themes than the standard Mini puzzle.
- Layered Hints Use Hint 1 for a descriptive nudge or Hint 2 for letter bounds (first & last letter) before revealing full solution entries.
- Archive Access Select past dates using the date selector above to browse historical Midi puzzle solutions and clue archives.
Today's NYT Midi FAQ
How many clues are in today's NYT Midi crossword?
Today's Midi (#23540, 2026-09-06) has 34 clues — 17 Across and 17 Down.
What size is today's Midi grid?
A 10x10 grid.
What's the longest answer today?
9 letters — no spoilers, but that's your longest foothold if you're stuck.